Fortunately, we were able to insulate this Ceiling quickly after our inspections...this is how much ceiling insulation used to be present. Once we added the new wall and ceiling insulation, the client could not believe how much warmer this part of the home became during the Winter!

The siding on this house was deteriorating, the color was drab, and they had little to no insulation. We completely took off all of the siding, added insulation, and put new siding up. We gave it a fresh coat of white paint with black trim to really make it pop.

The siding on this house was deteriorating, the color was drab, and they had little to no insulation. We completely took off all of the siding, added insulation, and put new siding up. We gave it a fresh coat of white paint with black trim to really make it pop.

This Vermont Castings Fireplace will add warmth to any room!
Inspiration for a mid-sized craftsman formal and enclosed medium tone wood floor and brown floor living room remodel in Kansas City with white walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv

The siding on this house was deteriorating, the color was drab, and they had little to no insulation. We completely took off all of the siding, added insulation, and put new siding up. We gave it a fresh coat of white paint with black trim to really make it pop.

ZeroEnergy Design (ZED) created this modern home for a progressive family in the desirable community of Lexington. Thoughtful Land Connection. The residence is carefully sited on the infill lot so as to create privacy from the road and neighbors, while cultivating a side yard that captures the southern sun. The terraced grade rises to meet the house, allowing for it to maintain a structured connection with the ground while also sitting above the high water table. The elevated outdoor living space maintains a strong connection with the indoor living space, while the stepped edge ties it back to the true ground plane. Siting and outdoor connections were completed by ZED in collaboration with landscape designer Soren Deniord Design Studio. Exterior Finishes and Solar. The exterior finish materials include a palette of shiplapped wood siding, through-colored fiber cement panels and stucco. A rooftop parapet hides the solar panels above, while a gutter and site drainage system directs rainwater into an irrigation cistern and dry wells that recharge the groundwater. Cooking, Dining, Living. Inside, the kitchen, fabricated by Henrybuilt, is located between the indoor and outdoor dining areas. The expansive south-facing sliding door opens to seamlessly connect the spaces, using a retractable awning to provide shade during the summer while still admitting the warming winter sun. The indoor living space continues from the dining areas across to the sunken living area, with a view that returns again to the outside through the corner wall of glass. Accessible Guest Suite. The design of the first level guest suite provides for both aging in place and guests who regularly visit for extended stays. The patio off the north side of the house affords guests their own private outdoor space, and privacy from the neighbor. Similarly, the second level master suite opens to an outdoor private roof deck. Light and Access. The wide open interior stair with a glass panel rail leads from the top level down to the well insulated basement. The design of the basement, used as an away/play space, addresses the need for both natural light and easy access. In addition to the open stairwell, light is admitted to the north side of the area with a high performance, Passive House (PHI) certified skylight, covering a six by sixteen foot area. On the south side, a unique roof hatch set flush with the deck opens to reveal a glass door at the base of the stairwell which provides additional light and access from the deck above down to the play space. Energy. Energy consumption is reduced by the high performance building envelope, high efficiency mechanical systems, and then offset with renewable energy. All windows and doors are made of high performance triple paned glass with thermally broken aluminum frames. The exterior wall assembly employs dense pack cellulose in the stud cavity, a continuous air barrier, and four inches exterior rigid foam insulation. The 10kW rooftop solar electric system provides clean energy production. The final air leakage testing yielded 0.6 ACH 50 - an extremely air tight house, a testament to the well-designed details, progress testing and quality construction. When compared to a new house built to code requirements, this home consumes only 19% of the energy. Architecture & Energy Consulting: ZeroEnergy Design Landscape Design: Soren Deniord Design Paintings: Bernd Haussmann Studio Photos: Eric Roth Photography

Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized modern galley dark wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, concrete countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island

The siding on this house was deteriorating, the color was drab, and they had little to no insulation. We completely took off all of the siding, added insulation, and put new siding up. We gave it a fresh coat of white paint with black trim to really make it pop.

This project involved converting a partially finished basement into an ultimate media room with an English pub. The family is big on entertaining and enjoys watching movies and college football. It was important to combine the media area with the pub to create options for guests within the same space. Although the home has a full sized basement the staircase was centrally located, which made it difficult for special configuration. As a result, we were able to work with the existing plan be designing a media area large enough for a sectional sofa and additional seating with the English pub at the far end of the room. The home owner had a projection screen on a bare wall with the electrical components stacked on boxes. The new plan involved installing new cabinets to accommodate components and surround the screen to give it a built-in finish. Open shelving also allows the homeowner to feature some of their collectible sports memorabilia. As if the 130 inch projection screen wasn’t large enough, the surround sound system makes you feel like you are part of the action. It is as close to the I MAX viewing experience as you are going to get in a home. Sound-deadening insulation was installed in the ceiling and walls to prevent noise from penetrating the second floor. The design of the pub was inspired by the home owner’s favorite local pub, Brazenhead. The bar countertop with lift-top entrance was custom built by our carpenters to simulate aged wood. The finish looks rough, but it is smooth enough to wipe down easily. The top encloses the bar and provides seating for guests. A TV at the bar allows guest to follow along with the game on the big screen or tune into another game. The game table provides even another option for entertainment in the media room. Stacked stone with thick mortar joints was installed on the face of the bar and to an opposite wall containing the entrance to a wine room. Hand scrapped hardwood floors were installed in the pub portion of the media room to provide yet another touch to “Brazenhead” their own pub. The wet bar is under a soffit area that continues into the media area due to existing duct work. We wanted to creatively find a way to separate the two spaces. Adding trim on the ceiling and front of soffit at the bar defined the area and made a great transition from the drywall soffit to the wet bar. A tin ceiling was installed which added to the ambience of the pub wet bar and further aided in defining the soffit as an intentional part of the design. Custom built wainscoting borders the perimeter of the media room. The end result allows the client to comfortably entertain in a space designed just for them.

After pic of 3 season room renovation Added rooftop balcony off of existing master bedroom More windows / natural light and insulated / heated / cooled to allow for year-round use

We completely gutted, remodeled and added on. We put in insulation in the walls, attic and added on the master bathroom and bedroom.
Example of a mid-sized trendy master white tile and porcelain tile alcove bathtub design in Sacramento with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls, an undermount sink, granite countertops, a hinged shower door and green countertops

After - Front of home with mansard removed, raised parapet, added exterior insulation (R10), new lath and stucco.
Example of a southwest brown one-story stucco house exterior design in Albuquerque with a white roof

Remodeling a patio or deck by adding an attractive cover gives you immediate addional living space while adding value to your home. Enjoy yers of outdoor living… Lone Star Patio and Outdoor Living offers a vast selection of styles for you to select from. Bring the outdoors in by adding a beautiful insulated cover for your deck or patio, protecting you and your family from the harsh Texas elements. Our skilled contractors use only the highest quality of products that are low maintenance, durable, and at the same time very attractive. Call Lone Star Patio and Outdoor Living today for a free onsite consultation and estimate 979-393-0033.

Eric Roth Photography
Example of a mid-sized farmhouse brown two-story wood exterior home design in Boston

After we did the framing of a few walls, we were to add a few plugs and light switches and extend a heat run. After that, we were to insulate the exterior walls and drywall this section of their basement walls.

After - Front of home with mansard removed, raised parapet, added exterior insulation (R10), new lath and stucco.
Southwestern brown one-story stucco house exterior idea in Albuquerque with a white roof

Nice upgrade to some CHI accent mahogany insulated steel doors. A simple overhang above doors can also add some great curb appeal.
Trendy two-car garage photo in Boston

We added 1000 square feet of living space to this home. It was a custom timber frame addition with the use of Structural insulated panels.
Example of a mid-sized country open concept light wood floor, brown floor and vaulted ceiling living room design in Boston with a music area, gray walls, a ribbon fireplace and a stone fireplace

Added spray foam insulation